Second surgery to refine areola shape post breast lift?

Question

My breast lift was needed after weight fluctuations, which also caused my aereolas to stretch and get very misshapen and much larger than they were before the weight gain/loss. Post breast lift (full breast lift including incision going around aereola) my aereolas don’t match each other- though obviously better than what I started with, is it common to need a second surgery to revise/refine to get everything as symmetrical as possible? What would that surgery be?

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Hello, thank you for your question. Areolas can stretch out after surgery because of the weight of the breast tissue and gravity. Speak to your plastic surgeon about your options. Revisions can happen.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear AB.77,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. Generally speaking, minor procedures can be done under local anesthesia. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

A revision is not uncommon and your areolae could be reshaped. This could be done in the office under local anesthesia. Please discuss your concerns with your surgeon.

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